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fretful

adjective

/ˈfrɛtfəl/

Meaning

Feeling or showing distress or irritation.

The baby was fretful all night and could not sleep.

irritable, restless, cranky, uneasy, peevish

calm, peaceful, content

fretful baby, fretful mood, fretful night, fretful cry

acting or done in a dishonest or secret way

lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible

Free from worries or responsibilities; relaxed and happy.

Something that cannot be avoided or prevented

Relating to the sense of hearing.

not alive, especially not in the manner of animals and humans; lifeless